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Strapless nasal interface device

a nasal interface and strapless technology, applied in the field of strapless nasal interface devices, can solve the problems of deterring the use of the device altogether, straps can be particularly uncomfortable, and the straps can be very uncomfortable, so as to facilitate maintenance and cleaning of the devi

Inactive Publication Date: 2016-11-03
BUDDHARAJU VENKATA
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The present invention provides a strapless nasal interface device for use with ventilators such as CPAP or BIPAP devices. This device can be easily secured without straps or headgear, which can be uncomfortable for users. The device includes a flexible element that bends to match the shape of the user's nose, securing it in place. This eliminates the need for large and uncomfortable straps, making it more comfortable for users, especially children. By positioning the force holding the device on the bridge of the nose, the user is relieved of stresses and discomfort related to straps and minimizes the affected area from the whole head to the nasal area. Overall, this invention provides a more comfortable and adaptable device for users with different shapes and sizes of noses.

Problems solved by technology

These straps can be very uncomfortable, and can even deter use of the device altogether.
Straps can be particularly uncomfortable when the head is tilted in various directions during sleep.
This problem may also be particularly present in patients having claustrophobia issues when headgear or straps can be perceived as enclosing on a patient.
Children in particular are sensitive to the discomfort of nasal devices and claustrophobic experiences.

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[0052]While this invention is susceptible of embodiments in many different forms, there are shown in the drawings and will herein be described in detail, preferred embodiments of the invention with the understanding that the present disclosure is to be considered as an exemplification of the principles of the invention and is not intended to limit the broad aspect of the invention to the embodiments illustrated.

[0053]The present invention is a strapless nasal interface device 10 suitable for use with a CPAP or BIPAP device, or any other ventilator type device. The device 10 includes an interface body 20 having an interior cavity. The cavity is fluidly connected to an air tube 40 extending from the body 20 for use with a CPAP or other device. The body 20 ideally includes exhalation holes 30 to enable expelled air to escape the device 10.

[0054]The device 10 further includes at least one nostril interface tube 50 extending from the body 20 to interface with the nasal passages of a user...

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Abstract

A nasal interface device configured to be positioned about a user's nose includes an air supply interface connected to an air tube and a bendable element connected to the air supply interface. The bendable element bends to match contours of the user's nose and holds its shape so as to secure a position of the air supply interface relative to the user's nose.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of priority and is a continuation-in-part of U.S. application Ser. No. 13 / 864,853, filed Apr. 17, 2013, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12 / 641,094 filed Dec. 17, 2009, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 138,472 filed on Dec. 17, 2008, the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to a strapless nasal interface device, and more particularly, to a device for use with an air supply, a ventilator, a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, or a bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) machine for strapless interface with the nasal passages.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Nasal passage interface devices are commonly used in conjunction with CPAP devices, BiPAP, ventilators, and other devices. For example, in CPAP applications, a nasal passage interface device is ...

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IPC IPC(8): A61M16/06A61M16/00A61J15/00A61M16/08
CPCA61M16/0666A61M16/0875A61M16/0605A61M2016/0661A61M16/0057A61J15/0053A61J15/0003A61M16/0688A61M16/0683A61M2205/0238A61M16/0672A61M25/02
Inventor BUDDHARAJU, VENKATA
Owner BUDDHARAJU VENKATA